The Headlines Kristi Noem’s Firing, and the Boom of American Billionaires
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Mar 6, 2026 Intense reporting on Israeli strikes around Beirut and fears of a wider ground assault. A detailed look at an apparent precision strike that hit a girls’ school during nearby naval attacks. Coverage of Kristi Noem’s dismissal, congressional scrutiny, and a controversial new federal role. An analysis of the recent boom in U.S. billionaires and how vast wealth is reshaping politics and markets.
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Beirut Residents Flee After Intense Bombing And Evacuation Order
- Beirut experienced some of the most intense bombing since the conflict escalated after evacuation warnings for the Dahiya area.
- Residents fled with belongings by car amid massive explosions and fear of a full-scale ground invasion of southern Lebanon.
School Strike Likely Came From Misidentified Naval Target
- A deadly strike on a girls' school in Iran likely resulted from target misidentification amid nearby strikes.
- Satellite imagery and expert review tied the precision strike timing to concurrent attacks on a neighboring naval base.
Noem Ousted After Contentious Hearings And Costly Ads
- Kristi Noem was fired as Homeland Security secretary after contentious congressional testimony and controversies.
- Lawmakers cited smear campaigns, an ad campaign starring Noem costing $220 million, and mismanagement as tipping points for the firing.